A mid-size upstream operator experienced progressively lower flow rates as the result of solids restrictions. Routine pigging procedures were not applicable on the produced water system, as the HDPE product pipe configuration was considered to be unpiggable with conventional methods. This liability reduced the engineering startup flow rates drastically, which initially calculated a rate to move produced water equal to or faster than the production rate. Slower flow rates impeded production and ultimately had a negative reflection for the production asset.

Specifications

Diameter: 10 inch

Length: 7,500 feet

Pipe Schedule: DR7 HDPE

Diameter: 10 inch

Length: 15,500 feet

Pipe Schedule: DR7 HDPE

Scope of Work

Provide a low pressure, fair cost flow assurance solution that results in a positive flow rate on the produced water HDPE.